06/01/2026
He Was Tennessee's Secret Weapon – Then He Vanished Into the Portal
Brayden Krenzel wasn't just any pitcher for the Vols. He was the guy who came in clutch against Wake Forest in the regionals, striking out three in 2.2 innings. But after a brutal sophomore slump (9.35 ERA), he's gone. P**f. Into the transfer portal with two years left. Tennessee's bullpen just took a hit, and fans are wondering if this was a loss or a blessing in disguise. But here's the twist: Krenzel's freshman stats tell a different story. A 4.68 ERA and 21 strikeouts in 2025? That's not bad for a rookie. So why did he really leave? The answer might surprise you.
This kid had flashes of brilliance, especially in that Wake Forest game. Full breakdown here if you're curious: https://geni.us/wwwCBSnews